You are either an ABM Co-Host, communications partner, corporate partner or an Indigenous community that has supported us through registration fees. Thank you for being part of the National ABM Network!

Like most businesses, communities and organizations we are looking for innovative ways to make it through the pandemic and create collaborations that are of mutual benefit.

In conversation with many of you
we have distilled a few things we can do:

Connecting ABM Partners with Each Other

Some of you have asked us to connect our partners across Canada with each other. This email is the first effort to do so. You will see a list of all partners further down in this email. If you wish to connect with one of our partners, please send a note to your contact and we will make an email introduction for you. If Amanda Wilson was your contact, pick any one of us!

Easier Access to Your Communications Kits

We are adding a new page for you on our website that provides your communications kits and it makes things easier for you. We are currently in the process of writing and revising copy for your use. It's a bit of a process so please hang in there with us. You will get an email with a link from Katrin Harry once your kit is done.

Thank you for spreading the word! Please let us know when you do.

FREE Registration
for an ABM Without Borders of Your Choice

Another way to connect with our partners and the ABM Network is attendance at one of our ABM Without Borders events.

In addition to ABM Classic/ABM Classic Online we are now offering ABM Without Borders events routinely as an added business development and networking tool. ABM Without Borders offers 10 appointments over the course of half a day and is scheduled based on time zones.

We will curate ABM Without Borders in the same fashion as ABM Classic, ensuring they too are hyper-productive, partnership-driven, and result-oriented. We will now reach out to our international contacts with an option for them to become part of the ABM Network in a much more dynamic way than previously possible.

As you likely know, we are working with our technology partner Mighty Oaks to offer ABM events online. We are currently working on the refinement of the technology and our next event is ABM Southern Ontario Classic Online on June 9 and 10. We are holding all currently postponed in-person events (ABM Classic) twice. First online (ABM Classic Online) and then in person as soon as possible.

In order to attend an ABM Classic Online, delegates must be registered for ABM Classic.

Most of you are registered for ABM Classic events already. If you are not registered for an ABM Classic/Classic Online combo, please get in touch with us to get your registration into the system.

Discount Codes for your Network

Most of you have received discount codes for ABM registration fees you can share with your network already. Please be in touch if you do not recall what they are.

We have removed all restrictions from the codes. This means that discounts are applicable to any and to multiple events.

ABM Sharing You

Whatever your message, send us your stuff and we will include your information into our communications strategy! Connect with Katrin.

We Want Your Leads :) You Get Ours

We are always available to talk to members of your network who may be interested in becoming an ABMer. Please simply share name, organization and whatever contact information is readily available with us and we will reach out. Be in touch if we can return the favour!

Alternatively you can use the "Invite Others To Apply" feature in your ABM Event Hub to share information with your network. You get points for each invitation you send, increasing your chances to win the ABM Leader Board Contest!

You are either an ABM Co-Host, communications partner, corporate partner or an Indigenous community that has supported us through registration fees. Thank you for being part of the National ABM Network!

Like most businesses, communities and organizations we are looking for innovative ways to make it through the pandemic and create collaborations that are of mutual benefit.

In conversation with many of you
we have distilled a few things we can do:

Connecting ABM Partners with Each Other

Some of you have asked us to connect our partners across Canada with each other. This email is the first effort to do so. You will see a list of all partners further down in this email. If you wish to connect with one of our partners, please send a note to your contact and we will make an email introduction for you. If Amanda Wilson was your contact, pick any one of us!

Easier Access to Your Communications Kits

We are adding a new page for you on our website that provides your communications kits and it makes things easier for you. We are currently in the process of writing and revising copy for your use. It's a bit of a process so please hang in there with us. You will get an email with a link from Katrin Harry once your kit is done.

Thank you for spreading the word! Please let us know when you do.

FREE Registration
for an ABM Without Borders of Your Choice

Another way to connect with our partners and the ABM Network is attendance at one of our ABM Without Borders events.

In addition to ABM Classic/ABM Classic Online we are now offering ABM Without Borders events routinely as an added business development and networking tool. ABM Without Borders offers 10 appointments over the course of half a day and is scheduled based on time zones.

We will curate ABM Without Borders in the same fashion as ABM Classic, ensuring they too are hyper-productive, partnership-driven, and result-oriented. We will now reach out to our international contacts with an option for them to become part of the ABM Network in a much more dynamic way than previously possible.

As you likely know, we are working with our technology partner Mighty Oaks to offer ABM events online. We are currently working on the refinement of the technology and our next event is ABM Southern Ontario Classic Online on June 9 and 10. We are holding all currently postponed in-person events (ABM Classic) twice. First online (ABM Classic Online) and then in person as soon as possible.

In order to attend an ABM Classic Online, delegates must be registered for ABM Classic.

Most of you are registered for ABM Classic events already. If you are not registered for an ABM Classic/Classic Online combo, please get in touch with us to get your registration into the system.

Discount Codes for your Network

Most of you have received discount codes for ABM registration fees you can share with your network already. Please be in touch if you do not recall what they are.

We have removed all restrictions from the codes. This means that discounts are applicable to any and to multiple events.

ABM Sharing You

Whatever your message, send us your stuff and we will include your information into our communications strategy! Connect with Katrin.

We Want Your Leads :) You Get Ours

We are always available to talk to members of your network who may be interested in becoming an ABMer. Please simply share name, organization and whatever contact information is readily available with us and we will reach out. Be in touch if we can return the favour!

Alternatively you can use the "Invite Others To Apply" feature in your ABM Event Hub to share information with your network. You get points for each invitation you send, increasing your chances to win the ABM Leader Board Contest!

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https://mailchi.mp/ravenevents/s1g4smo7hf-594025Develop New Business in a Borderless Online Environment of New IdeasABM is now offering a new online tool to aid your move forward and gain lost ground!

You schedule appointments like you do for ABM Classic. Meeting links replace trade show booths and flex tables. You enter your online meeting room from your ABM Event Hub and our system then moves you from appointment to appointment.

You schedule appointments like you do for ABM Classic. Meeting links replace trade show booths and flex tables. You enter your online meeting room from your ABM Event Hub and our system then moves you from appointment to appointment.

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https://mailchi.mp/ravenevents/s1g4smo7hfDevelop New Business in a Borderless Online Environment of New IdeasABM is now offering a new online tool to aid your move forward and gain lost ground!

ABM is now offering a new online tool to aid your move forward and gain lost ground!

We have built online meeting capabilities right into the ABM Event Hub. We decided to write proprietary software rather than using existing services. This will ensure the new tool integrates seamlessly with the rest of the business matching features and maintains all characteristics that make ABM hyper-productive.

Our online environment allows you to connect one-on-one with key decision makers, catapulting you into a diverse, borderless environment of ideas, shared knowledge and business opportunities. In person events will resume as soon as possible.

In response to COVID-19, we are holding an online precursor event for every postponed in-person event. We will hold the event twice, first online (ABM Classic Online), then in person (ABM Classic). You establish your schedule for the online event first. After ABM Classic Online, you can move, cancel and reschedule appointments as you see fit for the in-person event. All ABM Classic Online events are part of your ABM Classic registration fee. All currently scheduled Classic events are subject to date changes until we are done with the pandemic.

We are now offering online events routinely as an added business development tool. ABM Without Borders offer 10 appointments over the course of half a day and is scheduled based on time zones.

We will curate ABM Without Borders in the same fashion as ABM Classic, ensuring they too are hyper-productive, partnership-driven and result-oriented. We will now reach out to our international contacts with an option for them to become part of the ABM Network in a much more dynamic way than previously possible.

ABM Without Borders will allow you to make connections across Canada and, in fact, the globe.

We are looking forward to hosting the first cohort at ABM West Classic Online May 12 & 13!

ABM Classic Online rolls out the exact same way as ABM Classic, but trade show booths are replaced with online meeting links.

The new feature, which will be unveiled shortly before the event, will appear in the ABM Event Hub, include a timer to make transitions between appointments easy and obvious, etc etc etc.

Business matching is in full swing and meeting preparations take place as they do before any ABM Classic. It is not too late to register for the event!

Delegates are establishing their schedules for the virtual event first. After ABM Classic Online, they can move, cancel and reschedule appointments as they see fit for the in-person event. All ABM Classic Online events are part of the ABM Classic registration fee. During the pandemic, we accept any payment amount to allow you to start business matching. Rates are locked in at the time you register and do not go up until we are able to confirm ABM Classic dates.

Why is it More Important Than Ever for us to Connect? The CEO of KEDC, located at the north end of Vancouver Island, shares his perspective.

K’awat’si Economic Development Corporation, otherwise known as KEDC, are a long-standing member of the ABM Network and co-host of ABM when we hold it in Port Hardy. They registered for ABM Vancouver Island after the event was postponed. ABM offers a tool to continue making connections to do business, now and later.

Cyrus Singh, CEO of KEDC writes: “In these uncertain times, it’s important to collaborate and connect. Our futures depend on it… All KEDC companies are ready and waiting with open doors and open hearts to continue business as soon as the government restrictions have been lifted. Whether we open in the Summer or Fall, we are ready… We look forward to engaging with others to not only overcome this current economic challenge but working together to build a resilient and strong network of businesses.”

Shout-out To Our New Delegates!The Onotinikew Business Group just registered for all of our BC-based ABM Indigenous events this year, plus Alberta. They support communities and companies with financial and business analysis, systems checks, and technology-based solutions. Their goal is to enable their clients to become globally competitive and to create jobs in communities through training. They want to meet with everyone so they can learn who the network is, and how they can help.

C. Boehringer & Associates Ltd is new to the network. They are registered for ABM Indigenous: West and Vancouver Island, and are a member of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business. The Coquitlam-based company offers Project Management, Engineering, Business and Policy Analysis and Administrative Support for businesses and communities, large and small.

Cascadia Bioenergy just registered for ABM Indigenous: West. Their focus is sourcing forest residues and processing facilities to produce a bio-energy product. They want to build new facilities on Vancouver Island and around BC and say “we intend to create partnerships within our supply chain and those partnerships can include opportunities for training and employment.”

Export Navigator with Community Futures of the Central Interior First Nations -- this collaboration between the federally and provincially funded Export Navigator program and Community Futures of Central Interior First Nations (a financial institution providing business and lending services to Indigenous entrepreneurs) shows how collaboration across internal and external borders can create prosperity. Export Navigator will promote their free service and how it benefits Indigenous-owned businesses by enabling access to markets outside the region. They’ll be at ABM Indigenous: West.

Davey Tree Expert Co is also registered for our West event. The full-service vegetation management company is looking for project partnerships and want to expand their resources by offering employment and training opportunities.

Native Education College will match in the West event space as well this year. The educational facility is known for preparing Indigenous learners to pursue higher education which is a key component to economic development. They are currently partnered with Musqueam/Squamish/Tsleil-Waututh Nations, Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Center Society and Aboriginal Mother’s Center Education. They are seeking collaboration opportunities with Indigenous communities and businesses.They want to meet you, so book time with our new registrants before their schedule’s booked up.

Please email info@advancedbusinessmatch.com or contact one of our business development team directly to discuss your business development priorities and who you want to see at the table.

ABM is now offering a new online tool to aid your move forward and gain lost ground!

We have built online meeting capabilities right into the ABM Event Hub. We decided to write proprietary software rather than using existing services. This will ensure the new tool integrates seamlessly with the rest of the business matching features and maintains all characteristics that make ABM hyper-productive.

Our online environment allows you to connect one-on-one with key decision makers, catapulting you into a diverse, borderless environment of ideas, shared knowledge and business opportunities. In person events will resume as soon as possible.

In response to COVID-19, we are holding an online precursor event for every postponed in-person event. We will hold the event twice, first online (ABM Classic Online), then in person (ABM Classic). You establish your schedule for the online event first. After ABM Classic Online, you can move, cancel and reschedule appointments as you see fit for the in-person event. All ABM Classic Online events are part of your ABM Classic registration fee. All currently scheduled Classic events are subject to date changes until we are done with the pandemic.

We are now offering online events routinely as an added business development tool. ABM Without Borders offer 10 appointments over the course of half a day and is scheduled based on time zones.

We will curate ABM Without Borders in the same fashion as ABM Classic, ensuring they too are hyper-productive, partnership-driven and result-oriented. We will now reach out to our international contacts with an option for them to become part of the ABM Network in a much more dynamic way than previously possible.

ABM Without Borders will allow you to make connections across Canada and, in fact, the globe.

We are looking forward to hosting the first cohort at ABM West Classic Online May 12 & 13!

ABM Classic Online rolls out the exact same way as ABM Classic, but trade show booths are replaced with online meeting links.

The new feature, which will be unveiled shortly before the event, will appear in the ABM Event Hub, include a timer to make transitions between appointments easy and obvious, etc etc etc.

Business matching is in full swing and meeting preparations take place as they do before any ABM Classic. It is not too late to register for the event!

Delegates are establishing their schedules for the virtual event first. After ABM Classic Online, they can move, cancel and reschedule appointments as they see fit for the in-person event. All ABM Classic Online events are part of the ABM Classic registration fee. During the pandemic, we accept any payment amount to allow you to start business matching. Rates are locked in at the time you register and do not go up until we are able to confirm ABM Classic dates.

Why is it More Important Than Ever for us to Connect? The CEO of KEDC, located at the north end of Vancouver Island, shares his perspective.

K’awat’si Economic Development Corporation, otherwise known as KEDC, are a long-standing member of the ABM Network and co-host of ABM when we hold it in Port Hardy. They registered for ABM Vancouver Island after the event was postponed. ABM offers a tool to continue making connections to do business, now and later.

Cyrus Singh, CEO of KEDC writes: “In these uncertain times, it’s important to collaborate and connect. Our futures depend on it… All KEDC companies are ready and waiting with open doors and open hearts to continue business as soon as the government restrictions have been lifted. Whether we open in the Summer or Fall, we are ready… We look forward to engaging with others to not only overcome this current economic challenge but working together to build a resilient and strong network of businesses.”

Shout-out To Our New Delegates!The Onotinikew Business Group just registered for all of our BC-based ABM Indigenous events this year, plus Alberta. They support communities and companies with financial and business analysis, systems checks, and technology-based solutions. Their goal is to enable their clients to become globally competitive and to create jobs in communities through training. They want to meet with everyone so they can learn who the network is, and how they can help.

C. Boehringer & Associates Ltd is new to the network. They are registered for ABM Indigenous: West and Vancouver Island, and are a member of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business. The Coquitlam-based company offers Project Management, Engineering, Business and Policy Analysis and Administrative Support for businesses and communities, large and small.

Cascadia Bioenergy just registered for ABM Indigenous: West. Their focus is sourcing forest residues and processing facilities to produce a bio-energy product. They want to build new facilities on Vancouver Island and around BC and say “we intend to create partnerships within our supply chain and those partnerships can include opportunities for training and employment.”

Export Navigator with Community Futures of the Central Interior First Nations -- this collaboration between the federally and provincially funded Export Navigator program and Community Futures of Central Interior First Nations (a financial institution providing business and lending services to Indigenous entrepreneurs) shows how collaboration across internal and external borders can create prosperity. Export Navigator will promote their free service and how it benefits Indigenous-owned businesses by enabling access to markets outside the region. They’ll be at ABM Indigenous: West.

Davey Tree Expert Co is also registered for our West event. The full-service vegetation management company is looking for project partnerships and want to expand their resources by offering employment and training opportunities.

Native Education College will match in the West event space as well this year. The educational facility is known for preparing Indigenous learners to pursue higher education which is a key component to economic development. They are currently partnered with Musqueam/Squamish/Tsleil-Waututh Nations, Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Center Society and Aboriginal Mother’s Center Education. They are seeking collaboration opportunities with Indigenous communities and businesses.They want to meet you, so book time with our new registrants before their schedule’s booked up.

Please email info@advancedbusinessmatch.com or contact one of our business development team directly to discuss your business development priorities and who you want to see at the table.